Kidderminster Foreign

Civil Parish in Worcestershire Wyre Forest

England

Kidderminster Foreign

Sheep at Trimpley
Sheep at Trimpley Credit: Mat Fascione

Kidderminster Foreign is a civil parish located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated about 17 miles south-west of the city of Birmingham, it covers an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. The parish is predominantly rural, with a population of around 2,500 residents.

The area is known for its picturesque countryside, with rolling hills, farmland, and patches of woodland. Kidderminster Foreign is characterized by its tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal location for those seeking a quieter lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of the nearby urban areas.

The parish is home to several small villages and hamlets, each with its own unique charm. The main settlement within Kidderminster Foreign is the village of Heightington, which serves as the administrative center for the civil parish. Other notable villages include Bliss Gate, Newnham Bridge, and Franche.

Despite its rural nature, Kidderminster Foreign benefits from good transport links. The A456 road runs through the parish, connecting it to Kidderminster, Bewdley, and other nearby towns. The Kidderminster Railway Station, located in the neighboring urban area, provides easy access to Birmingham and other major cities.

The area offers a range of recreational activities, including walking and cycling trails, fishing spots, and scenic picnic areas. The Wyre Forest, a large woodland area, is popular among nature enthusiasts and provides ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits.

Overall, Kidderminster Foreign offers a peaceful countryside setting, close to amenities and with easy access to nearby towns and cities, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle.

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Kidderminster Foreign Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.403537/-2.308234 or Grid Reference SO7978. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheep at Trimpley
Sheep at Trimpley
Triangulation point off Trimpley Lane The hills on the horizon to the right of the triangulation point are, left to right, Hagley Hill & the Clent Hills just to the west of Birmingham.
Triangulation point off Trimpley Lane
The hills on the horizon to the right of the triangulation point are, left to right, Hagley Hill & the Clent Hills just to the west of Birmingham.
Reservoir & phone mast
Reservoir & phone mast
A view southwest across the Wyre Forest The high ground on the horizon is Titterstone Clee Hill, about 13 miles distant.
A view southwest across the Wyre Forest
The high ground on the horizon is Titterstone Clee Hill, about 13 miles distant.
Thistles next to Trimpley Lane
Thistles next to Trimpley Lane
View through the thistles Looking west from near Trimpley Lane towards Titterstone Clee Hill, about 13 miles distant.
View through the thistles
Looking west from near Trimpley Lane towards Titterstone Clee Hill, about 13 miles distant.
Trimpley Lane at Brook's Coppice Heading south towards the village of Trimpley.
Trimpley Lane at Brook's Coppice
Heading south towards the village of Trimpley.
Tree in a field near Shatterford Offering great views in all directions, 202 metres above sea level.
Tree in a field near Shatterford
Offering great views in all directions, 202 metres above sea level.
View towards Dudley
View towards Dudley
Trimpley Reservoir, Severn Valley With the camera facing south, this is the view of Trimpley Reservoir from the adjacent railway line
Trimpley Reservoir, Severn Valley
With the camera facing south, this is the view of Trimpley Reservoir from the adjacent railway line
Recently cleared area of Eymore Wood, near Trimpley Part of the wood has recently been cleared here, giving a view that wasn't possible before.
Recently cleared area of Eymore Wood, near Trimpley
Part of the wood has recently been cleared here, giving a view that wasn't possible before.
Turning timber into fence posts, Eymore Wood, near Trimpley The Arley Estate, who own this wood, carry out various forestry operations. Here felled timber has been made into fence posts or stakes.
Turning timber into fence posts, Eymore Wood, near Trimpley
The Arley Estate, who own this wood, carry out various forestry operations. Here felled timber has been made into fence posts or stakes.
Layby and road near Trimpley This minor road comes up from the Severn Trent water treatment plant by the River Severn, and Eymore Wood, and passes through the small village of Trimpley. On the verge between the road and the layby, some poppies have very recently appeared.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2531606">SO7878 : Poppies in the roadside verge near Trimpley</a>.
Layby and road near Trimpley
This minor road comes up from the Severn Trent water treatment plant by the River Severn, and Eymore Wood, and passes through the small village of Trimpley. On the verge between the road and the layby, some poppies have very recently appeared. SO7878 : Poppies in the roadside verge near Trimpley.
Poppies in the roadside verge near Trimpley In the last couple of weeks, a few poppies have emerged here. It is surprising because the impressive displays, a few miles away, in fields near Bewdley, which appeared in early June, have almost completely disappeared.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2531580">SO7878 : Layby and road near Trimpley</a>.
Poppies in the roadside verge near Trimpley
In the last couple of weeks, a few poppies have emerged here. It is surprising because the impressive displays, a few miles away, in fields near Bewdley, which appeared in early June, have almost completely disappeared. SO7878 : Layby and road near Trimpley.
Holiday homes along the Severn Valley Wooden chalets on this side, a square of park homes or static caravans on the far side. Seen from a south-bound Severn Valley Railway train.
Holiday homes along the Severn Valley
Wooden chalets on this side, a square of park homes or static caravans on the far side. Seen from a south-bound Severn Valley Railway train.
Wooden bungalow, Northwood Lane The riverside bungalows were built in the 1930s and earlier, before strict planning controls, as holiday homes and weekend retreats for anglers from the West Midlands. Seen from a south-bound Severn Valley Railway train.
Wooden bungalow, Northwood Lane
The riverside bungalows were built in the 1930s and earlier, before strict planning controls, as holiday homes and weekend retreats for anglers from the West Midlands. Seen from a south-bound Severn Valley Railway train.
Farm buildings off Northwood Road Seen from a south-bound Severn Valley Railway train.
Farm buildings off Northwood Road
Seen from a south-bound Severn Valley Railway train.
Lower Pool, Trimpley Reservoir The lower pool or settling pool at Trimpley. I am unsure as to the purpose of the floating rings, they could be fish hatchery nets or have some filtration purpose
Lower Pool, Trimpley Reservoir
The lower pool or settling pool at Trimpley. I am unsure as to the purpose of the floating rings, they could be fish hatchery nets or have some filtration purpose
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Kidderminster Foreign is located at Grid Ref: SO7978 (Lat: 52.403537, Lng: -2.308234)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Wyre Forest

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.403537,-2.308234
Trimpley Green Crossroads
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.4003134/-2.3045571
Bus Stop
Reservoir Lane
Bus: yes
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Naptan Indicator: Opp
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Naptan Street: Trimpley Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.4053101/-2.3087956
Trimpley Green Crossroads
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Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Trimpley Green Crossroads
Naptan Indicator: Adj
Naptan Landmark: Trimpley Green
Naptan NaptanCode: wocgagwg
Naptan Street: Hoarstone Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.4006103/-2.3044856
Reservoir Lane
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Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Reservoir Lane
Naptan Crossing: Reservoir Lane
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan NaptanCode: wocdgapg
Naptan Street: Trimpley Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.4053723/-2.3090606
Trimpley Church
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Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Trimpley Church
Naptan Indicator: Adj
Naptan Landmark: Trimpley Church
Naptan NaptanCode: wocdpmdm
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Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.4066679/-2.3120979
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 52.4056242/-2.3017909
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 52.4044605/-2.3072988
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 52.3995436/-2.3114243
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 52.401395/-2.3118773
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 52.4031995/-2.3122411
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 52.4052547/-2.3128211
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.403159/-2.3068259
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 11:00; Sa 11:00
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: DY12 225
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.4001836/-2.3043669
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.3994205/-2.3100472
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 52.4031371/-2.30549
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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